Master of Business Administration/Master of Applied Finance

Western Sydney University

Australia, Sydney

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Western Sydney University

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

084780E

Campuses

Parramatta City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines5-Jan-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 30 month(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 37,464 / year

Next Intake 5-Jan-2026

Master of Business Administration/Master of Applied Finance

About

This double degree is unique in that it equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to engage with contemporary business environments, and in particular executive careers in finance, banking and investment sectors. It provides students with the opportunity to acquire the technical knowledge necessary to function in an evolving and increasingly sophisticated financial environment with an emphasis on the practical application of these techniques. The design of the program reflects consultation with a range of stakeholders including industry and professional associations. The applied finance components have been developed by individuals who are actively involved in the financial sector. Upon completion of the double degree, you will have acquired a firm foundation in economic and financial theories as well as state-of-the-art quantitative financial skills. The Master of Applied Finance program is specifically intended to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in applied finance.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

B Psychological and Social Sciences

Entry requirements for international students

Admission

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline.

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English.

Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.

Please consult the handbook for more information.

English Program Requirements

All international students must have a good command of written and spoken English.

If your first language is English or if you can provide satisfactory evidence that English was the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies (secondary or tertiary studies completed within 2 years at the time of your commencement at Western Sydney University), you may be considered as meeting the requirement of proficiency in English.

If English is not your first language or was not the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies, you are required to demonstrate your proficiency in the English language by achieving a prescribed level in an approved English examination or test before you can receive a full offer of a place.

IELTS (Academic version)

6.5 overall score
Minimum 6.0 in each subtest

TOEFL Internet-based score

Total score 82
Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic

58 overall
No communication skills less than 50

Career

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

Investment manager
Chief Executive Officer
Business leader
Managing Director

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Alumni

"The lecturers' teaching style balances theory with real-world experience which has helped me to understand how the subject matter translates in practical terms."

— Katharina Koch, Master of Business Administration